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[Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 18 
by D. B, Brooks & Brother, in the Oiiico of \he 
Librarian of Congress at Washington.] 



A BEAUTIFUL <^AME FOR YOUXG AISD OLD, 



Its peculiar advantages are in requiring less 
space than other field games, as well as being 
more portable and less expensive. 




consist of ten posts, neatly painted and numbered 
from five to fifty, one post without number to 
mark the pitcher's stand and five heavy metallic 
rings for pitching, vAth n patent slate for keeping 
the score, all of which are neatly packed in a 
strong wooden case with slide cover ready for 
transportation. 




Pitcher's f Post. 



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Place the pitcher's post and pia number 50, 
fifteen feet apart, then numbers 40 and 45 
between them, — one foot from number 50 and 
nine inches from each other, the numbers facing the 
pitcher's post ; then numbers 25, 30, and 35, 
form another row in like manner and distances, 
- — numbers 5, 10, 15 and 20 forming the last 
row, with distances like the above. 

The above spaces can be varied to suit, and the 
game can be set up in any other manner which the 
party playing may agree upon. 

When arranged in the form of "Ten Pins" they 
should be placed in the order shown by the dia- 
gram, with the numbers facing the pitcher's post. 



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The ^ame can be made much more ir^eresting- 
by selecting two leaders who shall choose sides. 

After the leaders are elected, they shall take 
their stand by the side or in rear of the pitcher's 
post "with one ring each, to be thrown at the ten 
pins. 

The leader which rings the higher number is 
entitled to the first choice of players. 

If neither should count, successive trials can be 
made until they do. 

In case of an odd number of players, one may be 
chosen as umpire, before choosing sides, whase 
business it shall be to keep count of the game and 
decide any points of difference. 

When the game is played vvithout an umpire^ 
each leader may count the game for his party .- 

After choosing sides the leaders may have 
another trial of skill with one ring each, to deter- 
mine which side shall have the first play, or it may 
be a matter of courtesy. 



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The leader then takes his place by the side or in 
rear of the pitcher's post, and throws successively 
the five rings, aiming to encircle the posts and count 
as high a number as possible. 

The posts count according to the numbers on 
them, as shown in the diagram. 

Each post shall be counted as many times as 
there are rings thrown upon it. 

After throwing the rings the player shall gather 
them up and pass them to the player next in turn, 
the umpire at the same time adding the numbers 
and placing the total opposite the player's name. 

The leader of the opposite side will be the player 
next in turn. 

The game then proceeds in the manner above 
stated, players from each side alternating. 

The game may consist of any number of rounds 
which the players may agree upon. 

A round is played when each player in the game 
has had his turn at the rings. 

When the number of rounds agreed upon are 
finished, the totals of the players on each side are 
added to decide which wins. 

A number of pleasing variations can be made in 
the game in the following manner, viz : 

1st, By using the three highest numbers, 40, 45 
and 50, placed in the form of a triangle, witli num- 
ber 50 at the extreme point. 



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2d, By using the five highest numbers. Place 
the four highest in the form of a diamond, with 
number 50 at the extreme point as before, and the 
lowest number in the centre. 

od, By using the entire number of posts. Place 
nine in a circle with No. 50 in the centre. Numbers 
should always face the pitcher's post. The entire 
number of rings may be used in the variations. 
The counting and manner of playing will be the 
same as in the regular game. 



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BJNG QUOITS NO. 1. 




consists of two Posts and four Rings. The posts 
to be placed about fifteen feet apart. The rule for 
commencing is the same as in the previous games. 
The first player throws two rings at the 2d post, 
the other player follows in like manner, the first 
player then crosses over to the 2d post, gathers his 
rings, and throws back to the post of the original 
position, and so on alternately, till the game is 
finished. 



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RING QUOITS No. 1. 

Every ring that encircles the post counts five 
If neither encircle it, fhe rings will count accord- 
ing to position. For example, if both rings of one 
player are nearer than eithei^ ring of the othei' 
player the former will count two and the latter 
nothing. If the two nearest riogs belong to different 
players the nearest ring only will count one, and 
the other rings nothing. If the four rings should 
encircle the post each ring would count five. Both 
players count at the mine round only w^hen both 
place rings on the post. The game can consist 
of any nnmber of rounds to suit the parties play- 
ing. 



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Le CERCLE. 




In view of the unprecedented favor with which this new and 
beautiful game has been received, the inventor is induced to 
adopt it for Parlor use by removing the Wicket Pins, thereb}^ 
reducing the size sufficiently to enable its use in any ordinary 
•sized room. 

Price lists furnished on application. 

Also in Preparation Styles for the Parlor Table. 
A novel and ingenious Toy. Performs on a tight rope. 

PATENT INDEX BOOK MARKS! 

Indispensable to the student and reader. Ornamental and 
durable. Sample Card of one dozen mailed for 25 cents. 

AIR TARGET PISTOL 1 




The beautiful Target which accompanies each Pistol far- 
nishes a novel and fascinating game. 

Sample Game and Pistol, in box, sent postpaid to any 
address for One Dollar. 



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Attention is invited to our series of Croquet, including the 
Patent Rubber Guard Mallet Set ! 

We have also introduced a Leather Guard mallet with ele- 
gantly painted balls making the most stylish set that has yet 
been 'brought out. 

Particular attention is invited to our patented spherical 
mallet, which will be received with great favor by all skilful 
players. Being a perfectly round ball, placed on a handle, it 
balances nicely in the hand and cannot strike the foot. It is 
also less liable to deface the balls, and as the round bat in the 
base ball game, has entirely taken the place of the square- 
sided bat, so, eventually, the spherical mallet will supersede 
the old-fashioned mallet. 

The above styles are made only by ourselves and are the 
most durable manufactured. 

Child's set. Maple, complete, boxed, 

These are made from our Parlor Floor Sets. 

Youth's set, Maple, complete, boxed, (A little smaller 
than the regular size.) 
0. Hardwood, full size, oiled, 

A. Maple, full size, a better set, 

B. Kock Maple, polished, 

B. Ex. Rock Maple, with apartments, galvanized arches, 
A beautiful Set, the cheapest in the market. 

B. s. M. With our Patented Le Cercle Spherical Mallet, which 

will eventually supersede the old fashioned Mallet, 
''When I play Croquet at my neighbor's, I always take my 
LeCerclemallets."— F. LEYPOLT, ofLeypolt & Holt, Pub- 
lishers, N. Y. 

C. Same as B. extra, in chestnut box, 

D. Imitation Boxwood, (very handsome) in chestnut box. 
E Leather Guard Mallet, balls richly painted in circles. 

An elegant set, in chestnut box, 
F. Boxwood, extra, chestnut box. 

Parts of Sets furnished to order. Special contracts made 
with Freight Companies for large orders. 



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(of which we are the sole manufacturers), is acknowledged to 
be one of the most delightful games ever invented. We 
have made a new style of black walnut, to take the place of 
the pine stained. 

No. 1. Black Walnut, plain, wood balls, 
"2. " " lined with cloth. 
" 3, " " full length, ivory balls. 
*' 4. " fine inlaid, extra. 

Extra sizes made to order. 



The EXTENSION 
TRIPOD is an ele- 
gant and ingenious 
arrangement to ele- 
vate or depress the 
alley, croquet board, 
&c. 




To be placed at each 
end of the alley, &c» 
Can be taken apart 
and packed in a 
small space. 




These boards can be used for Croquet or Billiards, and are 
constructed in a manner that insures elasticity, :»trength, and 
accuracy of level. 

CARPET CROQUET 

ingeniously arranged and played without injury to carpet. 

BILLIARD CROQUET 

To play on any Table, witli loaded wickets and guard com- 
plete. 



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GAME OF THE DETECTIVES: 




One of the most interesting and exciting games ever pub- 
iished, representing the flight of a criminal pursued by Detect- 
ives. It is played v/ith a board, four pawns or men and 
thirty-six cards. Sample mailed postpaid for $ 1.00. 

BURIED CITIES 

is the name of a new and delightful evening entertainment. 
It exercises and strengthens the reflective powers of the mind, 
V and will be found useful and interesting to all. The Places 
given are called buried because they are so hid^ien in the sen- 
tences " that it is hard work to dig them out." Some will be 
found simple enough for the youngest heads. Sample mailed 
for 50 cents. 

We supply the popular 
Authors Improved. 
Checkered Game of Life. 
Zoetrope. 
Historiscope. 
Myriopticon. 
Smashed-up Locomotive. 
Model Ship. 
Wood Jackstraws. 
SQUALLS, the popular English Game. 

We manufacture three styles. 
Dr. Busby, Mansion of Happiness, Extant Authors, Picture 
Pass SVord, Words Within Words and Blowing Cot- 
ton, Fate Leaves, Garrison Games, Jack 
Straws, Siege of the Mountain. 
SHADOW PICTURES, a beautiful divertisf-ment, for making 

Shadow Portraits. 

Send. Starap for Circular. 

55 Washington Street, Boston. 



Christ Blessing Little Children, 

Magic Hoops. 

Parcheesi. 

Natural History Cards. 
CrandalPs Blocks. 
Aerial Globe Tosser. 
Chameleon Top. 




Ornamental; Portable, Wat^r and Mildev; Proof. 

Can be spread or closed by a Child as quickly as anumbrella, 
and weighing less than 40 lbs. it is easily carried. It is elegant 
m its appearance, and for w arm weather is the most comfor- 
table arrangement of its kind ever invented. It is light, 
strong, and durable; very easihi moved from one place lo 
another, affording at the same time an open prospect, free 
circulation of air and protection from the sun's rays. The 
covering is warranted to be impervious to rain. 

The common size now made has a spread of 11 feet in diam- 
eter, but can be made to order larger or smaller, and with 
curtain or wall to reach the ground 

For public or private houses, that have summer visitors of 
parties who engage in Le Cercle, Croquet, Ease Ball and other 
field games, or for private families, it i^ equally desirable and 
valuable. 

Price, . . $25.00. 

Complete, Water and Mildew Proof, with Socket, CircuIaF 
Table and Flag, 
If this Tent or the r.e Cex*clc game cannot be obtained of 
tlie Local Dealer, by forming a club aud ordering tliree of 
more at once, a discount will be allowed, which will ordina- 
rily pay the freight on each tent or set. 



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THE OONaRESS EECORD INE 

Is unexcelled for Distinctness while Writingi 
Bichness of Color, (a beautiful Furple 
Black,) and Free Flowing Qualities, 




It is without sediment, copies well, dries quickly, but 
does not drop from the pen like other fluid inks, nor 
thicken. It does not corrode the pen. 



*'It satisfies me perfectly." 

E-EV. G. Gannett, Chester Sq. School, Boston. 
"Have used it for months ; the best ink I know of." 

Editor Boston Journal. 
" It cannot fail to give t're satisfaction." 

W. H. Eaton, j iton's Commercial College. 
H. S. Adams. Curihier Boston P. O. 
C. S. Flint, Sec'y A^icultural Bureau, 
G. C. Leacet, Cashier People's Bank. 
N. BROUGriTON, Jr., Am. Tract Society. 
**Tt flows smoothly, improves in purity and beauty of 
color after application. Ko better ink can be had for Mu- 
sic Writing." P. S. Gii.MORE, Gilmore's Band. 
''It 15 the best ink T over used." 

.1 A^. T. Fields, (Tickuor & Fields.) 
**We commend it espeeiallv tor the use of Clergymen," 
Prof. E. A. LA^YRENCE^ D. D. 
Kev. LuTnER Farnham, Cong'l Library Boston. 
"We have used it for a year, and the longer we use it 
the better we like it." V/atohman & Reflector. 

It is used by the Cus^^om House (see requisition for 
1868-9) and by a majority of the Press, Booksellers, and 
Banks of Boston. 

FOR SALE BY 

D. JB. BROOKS <C' BBOTIIEB, 



Stationers, 55 Wasbing-toa St, Boston. 



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Extracts from the Press and Correspondents. 

We speak from actual exjierience, after weeks of en- 
oyment. We pronounce ' Le Cercle ' the best game out. 
At Hampton and Rye it is serving to enliven the festive 
scenes on the Beaches." — Exeter News Letter. 

The set which we have used at our home has become 
so popular that it is now going the rounds of our friends' 
houses." — Pub. Chicago Advance. 

A powerful rival to Croquet." — ^Boston Advertiser. 

Will become very popular." — N. Y. Literary Bulletin. 
** It has many advantages over Croquet, while it pos- 
sesses all its desirable features." — N. Y. Eclectic Mag. 

** A successful i-ival of Croquet ; much more ingenious 
and interesting." — Bos. Com. Bulletin. 

Croquet is to yield the palm to Le Cercle, which 
takes half the space, presents more vai-iety, and is fur- 
nished with a more elegant apparatus." — Portland Press. 

" If you would keep up with the times, and your neigh- 
bers, get * Le Cercle.' " — Hingham Journal. 

*' A very interesting game, The round mallet, especial- 
ly, is a great iDiprovcment. When I play Croquet at ray 
neighbors, always take my Le Cercle mallets." — F. Let- 
POLT, of Leypolt & Holt, Publishers, New York. 

Very interesting." — L. P ,Wellesley, Mass. 

** My children have played a great deal with it. It is a 
very nice game." — x\. B. S , Winchendon, Mass, 

We are delighted with it," — Miss Ella B , Wa- 

yerly, N. Y: 

Like it exceedingly." — G. W. G..., Rockville, Conn. 

*' It will take the place of Croquet in this section, if it 
can be sold at a like cost." — J. F. Shores, Bookseller, 
Portsmouth, N. H. 

''There is a furore about this new and fashionable 
game, scarcely second to Croquet when first introduced." 
— Demorest's Monthly, (June.) 

"I take pleasure in recommending Le Cercle. My pa- 
tients are very partial to it, preferring it to Croquet, both 
games being upon our Lawn. They have sometimes be- 
come so interested as to require a lantern to finish out 
tneir last game," — Albert Day, M. D., Greenwood. 

THE KEW METALLIC SOCKETS, 
(A recent improvement) for receiving and holding the 
cross-bars firmly in place ; when once inserted in the 
ground, they can remain, thus saving the driving of the 
eross-ba.rs but once for the vfhole season. These will be 
furnished without extra charge in Nos, 2, 3 and 4. 



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